You're welcome. I'm always trying to be a bit helpful. I do know that my wide open 16x22 (with PS3's on both sides) can literally keep up with the 14x24 crowd. Not sure if it's the size or this particular Pearl Reference Pure bass drum, but I like a big sound - it's easier for me to tone down my technique than it is to deal with muffling, and then unmuffling bass drums.

I do consider it a shame when they started making 18" deep bass drums, and then 20" (that was crazy). The size is just too wide and you don't gain much. Whereas the 16" gives you a bit more visual depth without looking silly.

I'm with you on the big bass sound. Bass drum sound to me is the foundation where it all starts. Poor foundation, poor build.

Re: 18" depth kick drums, you couldn't have said it better. I find them gaudy looking. Good to know about the PS3's, however, that's a whole other topic of conversation, as understanding drum heads escapes me to the point of frustration.

Many thanks, Matt!

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